Girl Name · Irish Origin
Deirdre
Deirdre is a girl baby name of Irish origin, meaning "Broken-hearted". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Deirdre often also consider Deidre.
Deirdre meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Broken-hearted
Origin: Irish naming roots help connect Deirdre to related Irish baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Deirdre as D·E·I·R·D·R·E, with 7 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Deirdre is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Deirdre variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Deirdrea, Deirdree, Deirdrey, Deirdr.
- Nicknames: Deir and D.
- Middle names: Pair Deirdre with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Deirdre middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Deidre, Deandre, Derwood, Deondre, Desire — full picks on the sibling names for Deirdre guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Deirdre? Browse our names like Deirdre guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Deirdre
What does the name Deirdre mean?
Deirdre means "Broken-hearted" and is of Irish origin.
What is the origin of Deirdre?
Deirdre originates in Irish naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Deirdre?
Deirdre has 7 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Deirdre a boy's or girl's name?
Deirdre is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Deirdre in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Deirdre sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Deirdre?
Names that share Deirdre's sound and style include Deidre, Deandre, Derwood, Deondre, Desire.
What middle names pair well with Deirdre?
Good middle-name fits for Deirdre pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Deirdre is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Deirdre is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Deirdre?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Deirdre share its rhythm without rhyming — Deidre, Deandre, Derwood all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.